Trump's Diesel Ban Comes With A Bigger Bill at The Pump

Shares of oil and gas refining and marketing companies are trading higher after reports suggesting that multiple U.S. industry associations sent a letter to President Trump warning of serious market risks from a proposed 90-ban on diesel exports.

Dozens Of U.S. Oil Refining And Business Groups Urge Trump To Reject Any Effort To Impose Ban On Diesel Exports

- Reuters Citing Letter

Shares of oil and gas refining and marketing companies are trading lower after reports suggesting the Trump administration is considering implementation of a 90-day ban on diesel exports, which would lower domestic prices and refining margins.

Will Par Pacific's Retail Expansion Boost Earnings Stability Ahead?

Par Pacific Holdings is strengthening its retail segment through expanded merchandise and food service offerings to build a more stable earnings base alongside its cyclical refining business. Despite a 0.8% decline in same-store fuel volumes in Q2 2026, in-store sales rose 1% and retail adjusted EBITDA improved to $17 million. The company's retail segment generated $40.7 million in adjusted gross margin, demonstrating the value of diversification. Similar strategies are being pursued by competitors HF Sinclair and Phillips 66.

Shares of oil and gas-related companies are trading lower amid crude price declines after reports suggesting that President Trump may meet with Iranian President Pezeshkian in New York. Also, reports suggest Trump declined to attack Yemen's Houthi rebels on behalf of Saudi Arabia, which may be seen as a de-escalation.

Diesel Squeeze Nobody Hedged: 4 Refiners Just Logged Their 6th Straight Week of Gains

Valero, Marathon Petroleum, HF Sinclair and Phillips 66 have gained for six consecutive weeks as diesel crack spreads hit an all-time record.